2016 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · YT66 XPH

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in October 2021 at 46,627 miles passed after the rectification of a high-level stop lamp failure and a serious shock absorber leak. While the vehicle passed its last inspection, the five-year gap since the recorded MOT entry suggests the vehicle has either been stationary or has not been tested regularly, which obscures its current mechanical state. At 46,627 miles, this Vivaro shows significantly low mileage for a ten-year age, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The data reflects a consistent but slow progression between the 2019 and 2021 tests, where only 8,249 miles were covered over a twenty-four-month period. This low usage pattern generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often leads to secondary issues such as perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and tyre flatting if the vehicle has sat for long periods between uses. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension assembly. The record shows a persistent issue with the nearside front shock absorber, progressing from a light misting in October 2020 to a serious fluid leak by 2021. This indicates the component was failing over time, and the buyer should verify if the unit was replaced or merely tampered with. Additionally, the 2020 failure regarding a nearside body component likely to cause injury requires a physical check to ensure the structural integrity of that panel was properly repaired and secured. Given that the last MOT is now five years out of date, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unknown. The buyer should check for dry cracking in tyre sidewalls, perished suspension bushes, and any signs of fluid leaks that may have developed during storage. The previous failure for a cut in the offside rear tyre suggests that basic consumable maintenance may have been neglected, necessitating a thorough evaluation of all remaining rubber and glass components before any purchase.